Richard Nebens holds a position as The Direct's Senior Writer, also working as an assistant editor and content creator for the site.
Richard first joined The Direct in March 2020 and plays a big role in the site's day-to-day operations by writing, editing, ideating, and posting multiple articles daily, helping readers keep up with the latest from every fandom. He started his writing career in July 2019 with MCU Exchange and also served as a writer/podcast host with The Illuminerdi from 2020 to 2022.
Prior to joining The Direct, Richard worked a variety of jobs, including as a bellman, valet, photographer, and escape room manager, later going on to own a brewery/sports bar in South Lake Tahoe, California. Richard earned a Bachelor of Music Degree in Music Business/Management from the Berklee College of Music in Boston, Massachusetts as part of the class of 2013.
Richard can be found on Twitter at @RichardNebens sharing his latest article from The Direct, cheering on his sports teams, giving his best attempts at comedy, or hyping up the latest epic movie or TV show's arrival.
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Richard Nebens's Latest Stories
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New images showed off more than a dozen characters that will appear in Marvel Zombies.
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Disney Confirms the Genre of Black Panther 2: Wakanda Forever
Disney and Marvel classified Black Panther: Wakanda Forever's genre ahead of its release.
Marvel’s Shang-Chi Star Throws Shade at WB’s Batgirl Disaster
Shang-Chi star Simu Liu shared his reaction to Warner Bros.' cancellation of Batgirl.
Marvel Studios Exec Reveals Biggest Restrictions of MCU Live-Action Projects
Marvel producer Brad Winderbaum explained the limitations of live-action storytelling in the MCU.
Morbius’ Matt Smith Gets Candid About Marvel Flop
Matt Smith reminisced on his experience with Sony Pictures' Morbius after it flopped.
New Captain Marvel 2 Set Photos Show Filming In New York City
New set photos confirmed a New York City setting for Captain Marvel 2.
Ryan Reynolds Starts Training for Deadpool 3 (Photos)
Ryan Reynolds appeared in candid photos confirming that he started training for Deadpool 3.
First Look at Emma Roberts In Spider-Man’s Madame Web Movie Seemingly Revealed
New set photos potentially revealed Emma Roberts' character in Sony Pictures' Madame Web.
Black Panther 2 Actor Teases T’Challa's Major Impact on Namor
Tenoch Huerta explained the relationship between Namor and T'Challa in Black Panther 2.
Warner Bros. Reportedly Cancels Batgirl Movie
Batgirl was confirmed to be canceled as a part of Warner Bros.' plans for the DC Universe's future.
Disney Announces Every Marvel Panel Event at Upcoming D23 Expo
Disney announced all of the Marvel panels and events coming to this year's D23 show.
Guardians of the Galaxy 3 Will Have ‘Sociopathic’ Main Villain
Chukwudi Iwuji shared new details on his upcoming villain in Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3.
Disney+ Reveals New MCU Timeline Order With Incredible Hulk, Finally
Disney+ officially placed The Incredible Hulk on the MCU timeline in Phase 1.
Doctor Strange 2 Official Art Reveals Tragic Deleted Flashback Scenes
New official Doctor Strange 2 concept art shows Stephen Strange's traumatic childhood flashback scene that was teased by Sinister Strange!
John Krasinski Addresses Fantastic Four Movie Return Possibility
John Krasinski addressed the chances that he will reprise Reed Richards in Fantastic Four.
Marvel Confirms Disney+'s First MCU 'Crossover Event' Coming Next Year
Marvel labeled Secret Invasion as the MCU's first Disney+ "crossover" event.
Star Wars: Andor's Next Trailer Receives Imminent Release Date
Good Morning America revealed when the next Star Wars: Andor trailer will debut.
Is MCU's Namor a Mutant? Marvel Star Weighs In On X-Men Debate
Iman Vellani shared her anticipation to see Namor the Sub-Mariner's mutant history explored in Black Panther 2.
Guardians of the Galaxy 3 Director Reveals Which Character Is Most Important to Him
James Gunn explained who the most important character is in Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3.
MCU Boss Confirms Which Scene Tom Holland Truly Became Spider-Man
Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige recalled the moment when Tom Holland fully became Spider-Man in the MCU.
Aaron Taylor-Johnson Clarifies His Controversial Kraven Comments
Aaron Taylor-Johnson set the record straight on his comments about Kraven the Hunter.
MCU Producer Teases The Watcher's Next Evolution In Season 3 of What If
Marvel producer Brad Winderbaum teased the Watcher's evolution in future seasons of What If...?.
Spider-Man 4: Did Kevin Feige Just Tease Peter Parker’s Future Role?
Kevin Feige shared where he sees Peter Parker going in Spider-Man 4.
MCU Phase 5 Is Abandoning Certain Marvel Studios Projects
Marvel Studios omitted all of its animated series from its Phase 5 and Phase 6 announcements.
Agents of SHIELD Creator Denies Giving 'Blessing' for Chloe Bennet's MCU Reboot
Agents of SHIELD's showrunner denied rumors about giving approval for Daisy Johnson in the MCU.
New Photos Confirm Ben Affleck's Batman Return In Aquaman 2
Set photos confirmed that Ben Affleck is involved as Batman in Aquaman 2.
Disney Teases ‘Exciting’ New MCU Heroes In Marvel’s Thunderbolts Movie
Disney released the official press statement for Marvel Studios' Thunderbolts.
MCU Kang Actor Shares Encouraging Message Following Avengers 5 & 6 Announcement
Jonathan Majors sent a message to fans about Kang the Conqueror ahead of Avengers 5 and 6.
Doctor Strange Director Shares Blunt Response to Avengers: Secret Wars Request
Scott Derrickson firmly answered the question of whether he will direct Avengers: Secret Wars.
MCU Thunderbolts: John Walker Actor Hints at Role In Villain Movie
John Walker star Wyatt Russell discussed his potential involvement in Marvel Studios' Thunderbolts.
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Marvel showed the first look at Will Poulter as Adam Warlock in Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 at San Diego Comic-Con.
Doctor Strange 2 Reshoots Completely Changed How the Movie Started
Xochitl Gomez shared how the reshoots for Doctor Strange 2 changed the trajectory of the movie's first scene.
Marvel Boss Wants to 'Elevate' Deadpool 3 Just Like Avengers: Infinity War
Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige wants Deadpool 3 to hit the same levels as Avengers: Infinity War.
Sydney Sweeney Undergoing Fight Training for Spider-Man’s Madame Web Movie
Sydney Sweeney detailed the fight training she's doing for her role in Madame Web.
Ms. Marvel Star Argues With Fans Using Burner Reddit Account
Ms. Marvel star Iman Vellani revealed that she uses Reddit burner accounts to chat with fans about the MCU.
Ant-Man 3’s Surprising MCU Cameos Teased By Director
Paul Rudd and Peyton Reed teased the surprise cameos coming in Ant-Man 3.
Loki Season 2 Actor Confirms Returning Fan-Favorite Character
A fan-favorite actress from Loki Season 1 confirmed her return for Season 2.
Disney+ Groot TV Show Reviews: What Are Critics’ First Reactions?
Critics shared their first reactions to the new animated MCU series, I Am Groot
Black Panther 2 Reveals Major Change to Avoid Aquaman Comparisons
A toy listing for Black Panther 2 revealed the difference between Namor and Aquaman.